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Ford to Build Awareness of Driver-Assist Technologies
A Ford-commissioned survey indicates nearly nine in 10 U.S. drivers are interested in driver-assist technologies.
By Byron Pope • Aug. 30, 2012 -
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Chrysler Eyes Different Path to Meeting New CAFE Standards
CEO Sergio Marchionne also says the growing trend of using small turbocharged engines to replace larger V-6s and V-8s, a strategy being heavily embraced by the auto industry, cannot be the only solution.
Aug. 29, 2012 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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Renault Samsung’s New SM3 Ready to Roll
The car is powered by the Renault-Nissan Alliance H4Mk 1.6L Dual CVTC engine, producing 117 hp.
By Vince Courtenay • Aug. 29, 2012 -
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Ford India in Vanguard of New Segment With EcoSport
The small CUV debuts next year in India, followed by other growing markets such as China, South America and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
By Sudhakar Shah • Aug. 29, 2012 -
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Ford Launches Last of F-650 Pickup Production in Mexico
The auto maker plans to bring medium-duty-truck builds in-house, which will lead to the dissolution of its Blue Diamond JV with truck maker Navistar.
By Byron Pope • Aug. 24, 2012 -
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GM’s Lordstown Plant Keeping Chevy Cruze Production
The announcement later today in northeastern Ohio comes amid a furious and expensive battle for Democrat Sherrod Brown’s seat in the U.S. Senate.
By James M. Amend • Aug. 23, 2012 -
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Honda Increases U.S. Sales Target for 2012, Sees Record-Breaking CR-V Year
The No.2 Japanese brand’s improved outlook is supported by strong sales of some of its best-selling models and a healthier industry than it foresaw in January.
Aug. 23, 2012 -
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Lexus Introduces New Technologies on Refreshed LS Sedan
An advanced pre-collision system that brings the large car to a full stop at speeds less than 25 mph, and an all-speed adaptive cruise control system, are new for ’13.
Aug. 22, 2012 -
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Opel Launches Production of New-Generation Astra Sedan
Next week’s Moscow auto show will mark Opel’s first automotive world premiere in Russia, Europe’s third-biggest market for the Astra.
By Peter Homola • Aug. 22, 2012 -
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Chrysler’s Senate Testimony on CNG-Vehicle Market
Chrysler Regulatory Affairs Director Reg Modlin calls for government support of CNG-powered vehicles in the form of consumer incentives and infrastructure backing in testimony to a Senate panel in July. Incentives do not have to be financial, he says, noting granting CNG vehicles access to high-occupancy lanes would be one way to boost demand.
By Reg Modlin • Aug. 16, 2012 -
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Aug. 15, 2012 -
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Mercedes Dealers to Expand Use of Computer Tablets
Mercedes-Benz Financial wants its 350 U.S. retailers to put iPads in the hands of customers.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 15, 2012 -
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Toyota Waking From ‘Sleep’ in Brazil
The auto maker’s first step is the inauguration this month of its third plant in Brazil that initially will produce 70,000 Etios compact cars annually. If sales are favorable, the number likely will expand to 100,000 units.
By Sol Biderman • Aug. 15, 2012 -
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GM Through With Harshness
“Noise you can measure, and vibrations you can measure,” a veteran GM powertrain engineer says. “But how do you measure harshness?”
Aug. 15, 2012 -
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Nissan to Build 85% of U.S. Vehicles Locally by 2015
In just over three years, Nissan will spend $5.2 billion to add 425,000 units of new production capacity outside Japan.
Aug. 13, 2012 -
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Volkswagen Adopts ‘Passion for Detail’ Philosophy for Passat Production
The German auto maker is juggling lofty goals for Passat production in Tennessee, meeting quality standards and accommodating hundreds of new hires.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 13, 2012 -
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Lexus Sees Diminishing Demand for Large Luxury Cars
Mark Templin blames demographics for the drop in demand for the big, sometimes ostentatious cars, noting Baby Boomer buyers, the lifeblood of the segment, are choosing to downsize.
Aug. 10, 2012 -
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SEAT to Launch Third-Gen Leon at Paris
The new Leon will be offered with a range of TDI diesel and TSI gasoline engines, ranging from 1.2L to 2.0L in size. It will be the first model to carry the new SEAT logo.
By Jorge Palacios • Aug. 10, 2012 -
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Cadillac ATS Mass Savings Learning Lesson for GM
Making a lightweight car bears additional fruit. The engineering and materials uses, as they become more affordable, can be carried over to other vehicle projects, so even hulking trucks can start shedding pounds.
By James M. Amend • Aug. 10, 2012 -
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Honda Nears 100% Local Sourcing in North America
A WardsAuto analysis projects the auto maker will produce 96% of its North American-market vehicles locally in 2015, the first full year its new facility in Mexico comes online. But vagaries of the market could push the mix closer to 100%.
By Haig Stoddard • Aug. 9, 2012 -
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Chrysler’s Toledo North Renovations Improving Flexibility, Productivity
The U.S. auto maker is investing $500 million in Toledo North to accommodate the next-generation Liberty, part of a $1.7 billion program.
By James M. Amend • Aug. 9, 2012 -
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Toyota Wants Better Communication in Supply Chain
Transparency is key to maximizing full production, a top executive says.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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GM Targets Millenials to Meet Hiring Goals
The auto maker knows it must appeal to under-30 Millenials that now number 40 million Americans, with another 40 million “coming up behind them.”
By David C. Smith • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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Honda North America to Play Bigger Role in Product Development
There were hiccups in the latest Civic’s quality, but Honda's R&D chief vows to improve.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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Chrysler Testing Waters With CNG Ram HD
The heavy-duty Ram 2500 pickup is first in the lineup to get CNG fueling capability, but other Chrysler vehicles are being considered.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 8, 2012
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